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Poetry Reading in a Bar: Gentle Words & Deep Ideas 📖đŸč✹
Poetry Reading in a Bar: Gentle Words & Deep Ideas 📖đŸč✹
**Welcome to the Paris Poetry Circle!** Now in its 30th year, our English-language poetry reading group continues to bring together lovers of verse and thought in the heart of Paris. 🎉 Join us this Wednesday evening for a gathering of minds and voices as we read and reflect on poems that move, challenge, and illuminate — all shared over some quiet drinks. đŸ«–â˜•ïžđŸ„€đŸ§‰đŸč We seek poems that are clear yet profound, sweet or serious — those that carry us forward and help us make sense of the world. We steer clear of the obscure or needlessly complex; we value clarity over cleverness, sincerity over show. Each poem is read anonymously to begin with, without revealing the author, allowing space for open, unbiased interpretation. We then explore it together — carefully, curiously — to uncover what lies beneath the surface. After the meeting, we write a letter of thanks to the living poets we have read at the group, to thank and congratulate them. We revere all the poets of this world. The group is small — usually six or seven thoughtful individuals, up to a maximum of ten. The conversation is warm, intelligent, and grounded. There is no performance, no pressure to contribute, and no cost. Only a shared pursuit of insight, beauty, and fellowship. If that resonates with you, we’d love to welcome you. Bring a poem, or simply bring yourself. 📚✹
Atelier cybersécurité gratuit | Forensique
Atelier cybersécurité gratuit | Forensique
🔐 **Testez vos talents de hacker et incarnez un analyste numĂ©rique !** ‍ Oubliez les JPO classiques. Chez Cybersup, nous vous invitons Ă  mettre les mains dans le cambouis dĂšs votre premiĂšre visite. Le temps d'une soirĂ©e, plongez dans l'univers de la cybersĂ©curitĂ© Ă  travers un atelier concret, animĂ©s par nos Ă©tudiants et enseignants. Pas de slides interminables : de la pratique, des dĂ©fis, et des vraies conversations. **Au programme :** 🔍 **Atelier - Forensique : rĂ©solvez le crime numĂ©rique** ‍ Une scĂšne de crime numĂ©rique vous attend. Pas de sang, pas d'empreintes, juste une image et un lieu Ă  retrouver. À vous de jouer. Dans cet atelier immersif, vous incarnez un analyste forensique appelĂ© en urgence sur une affaire. Une image, un dĂ©cor, des indices cachĂ©s Ă  la vue de tous. Tout est lĂ , encore faut-il savoir observer. ‍ **Au-delĂ  de l'atelier, vous pourrez Ă©galement :** * Visiter le campus * Échanger avec l'Ă©quipe pĂ©dagogique et les Ă©tudiants * DĂ©couvrir nos formations et nos dĂ©bouchĂ©s mĂ©tiers (CybersĂ©curitĂ©, IA & Data, DPO & Digital Compliance) * Poser toutes vos questions ‍ 🗓 **Mercredi 20 mai - 17h30 Ă  20h00** 📍 Campus Cybersup - 8 terrasse Bellini, 92800 Puteaux
S12E4: Search, Agents, LLMs
S12E4: Search, Agents, LLMs
 Yoga avec Jitendra– Paris 16
Yoga avec Jitendra– Paris 16
Hatha Yoga du soir – Calme & Relaxation Terminez votre journĂ©e dans le calme avec une sĂ©ance de Hatha Yoga dans un espace privĂ©, paisible et dĂ©diĂ© Ă  la pratique, situĂ© Ă  Paris 16. Une pratique douce et accessible pour relĂącher les tensions, apaiser le mental, approfondir la respiration et retrouver davantage d’équilibre et de sĂ©rĂ©nitĂ©. PremiĂšre sĂ©ance offerte 20€ par personne À propos Professeur de Hatha Yoga certifiĂ© (Centre Tapovan Paris – 500h), originaire d’Inde et pratiquant depuis plus de 15 ans, je propose une approche simple, humaine et adaptĂ©e Ă  chacun. ‱ Tous niveaux ‱ Respiration & postures ‱ Petit groupe & ambiance calme Au plaisir de pratiquer ensemble.
 Échanges & ÂĄCharla! đŸ‡«đŸ‡·đŸ‡Ș🇾 Atelier de conversation français-espagnol
Échanges & ÂĄCharla! đŸ‡«đŸ‡·đŸ‡Ș🇾 Atelier de conversation français-espagnol
**Mercredi 20 mai— 19h30 Ă  22h** ⚠ đŸ‡«đŸ‡· **RĂ©servation obligatoire via la plateforme HelloAsso en passant par notre site. → [Atelier de conversation français-espagnol](https://club-international.org/event/atelier-de-conversation-taller-de-conversacion-20-05-26/)** **⚠ đŸ‡Ș🇾 Reserva obligatoria a travĂ©s de la plataforma HelloAsso en nuestro sitio web. → [Taller de conversaciĂłn francĂ©s-español](https://club-international.org/event/atelier-de-conversation-taller-de-conversacion-20-05-26/)** ——————————————————————————————— **đŸ‡«đŸ‡·** **Quand ?** En plus de nos ateliers franco-anglais du mardi, le Club International de Paris propose deux mercredis par mois un atelier de conversation pour pratiquer le français et l’espagnol. **đŸ‡Ș🇾 ÂżCuĂĄndo?** AdemĂĄs de nuestros talleres franco-ingleses de los martes, el Club Internacional de ParĂ­s ofrece dos miĂ©rcoles al mes un taller de conversaciĂłn para practicar francĂ©s y español. ——————————————————————————————— đŸ‡«đŸ‡· **Pourquoi participer ?** * Immersion Ă©quilibrĂ©e : 1h en espagnol, 1h en français * Tous niveaux bienvenus : chacun progresse Ă  son rythme * Pratique en petits groupes, ambiance conviviale et multiculturelle * Progressez dans la langue que vous voulez amĂ©liorer, en aidant avec celle que vous maĂźtrisez * Chaque voix compte : proposez des sujets, Ă©coutez, encouragez đŸ‡Ș🇾 **ÂżPor quĂ© participar?** * InmersiĂłn equilibrada: 1h en español, 1h en francĂ©s * Todos los niveles son bienvenidos: cada uno progresa a su propio ritmo * PrĂĄctica en grupos pequeños, ambiente amistoso y multicultural * Progresad en la lengua que querĂ©is mejorar, ayudando con la que dominĂĄis mejor * Cada voz cuenta: proponed temas, escuchad, animad ——————————————————————————————— đŸ‡«đŸ‡· **DĂ©roulĂ© de la soirĂ©e** * **19h30** : arrivĂ©e prĂ©cise pour valider la prĂ©sence et former les groupes * Animation par nos bĂ©nĂ©voles : thĂšmes, aide, feedback * Merci de commander au moins une boisson pour soutenir le lieu (dĂšs 2 EUR) đŸ‡Ș🇾 **Desarrollo de la velada** * **19h30**: llegada precisa para confirmar asistencia y formar grupos * AnimaciĂłn a cargo de nuestros voluntarios: temas, apoyo, feedback * Es obligatorio pedir al menos una bebida para apoyar al lugar (desde 2 EUR) ——————————————————————————————— **đŸ‡«đŸ‡· Informations pratiques** **💳** Tarifs : * **Gratuit pour adhĂ©rents (cotisation annuelle : 20 EUR)** * **SĂ©ance d’essai non-membres : 5 EUR** * **RĂ©servation tardive (Ă  partir du mardi) : 5 EUR (membres)** * **Sans rĂ©servation : 10 EUR sur place** ☎ Contact gĂ©nĂ©ral : Alain 06 14 32 80 70 +++++++++++ **đŸ‡Ș🇾 InformaciĂłn prĂĄctica** **💳** Tarifas: * **Gratis para socios (cuota anual: 20 EUR)** * **SesiĂłn de prueba no socios: 5 EUR** * **Reserva tardĂ­a (a partir del martes): 5 EUR (socios)** * **Sin reserva: 10 EUR en el lugar** ☎ Contacto general: Alain +33 6 14 32 80 70 ——————————————————————————————— **đŸ‡«đŸ‡· ⚠ Les RSVP ici sur Meetup ne permettent pas d'accĂ©der Ă  l'atelier.** **Pour y assister, vous devrez complĂ©ter l'inscription via ce lien :** 👉 **[Atelier d'Ă©changes linguistiques FR/ESP](https://club-international.org/atelier-dechange-linguistique-franco-espagnol/)** *–* ***[RĂ©servez ici](https://club-international.org/event/atelier-de-conversation-taller-de-conversacion-20-05-26/)*** Une fois que vous vous ĂȘtes inscrit, que vous avez achetĂ© un billet ou que vous ĂȘtes devenu membre, nous partagerons l'emplacement exact et vous associerons au groupe. **⚠ Évitez de venir Ă  l’improviste !** +++++++++++ **đŸ‡Ș🇾** ⚠ **La confirmaciĂłn de asistencia en Meetup no garantiza el acceso** **al taller ni refleja el nĂșmero real de participantes.** Para poder asistir, es **imprescindible completar la inscripciĂłn** a travĂ©s del siguiente enlace: 👉 **[Taller de conversaciĂłn francĂ©s–inglĂ©s](https://club-international.org/atelier-dechange-linguistique-franco-espagnol/) – *[Reservar aquĂ­](https://club-international.org/event/atelier-de-conversation-taller-de-conversacion-20-05-26/)*** Una vez realizada la inscripciĂłn (y el pago correspondiente, o la adhesiĂłn al Club), le enviaremos la ubicaciĂłn exacta y la informaciĂłn necesaria para integrarse en el grupo. ⚠ **Le rogamos no presentarse sin inscripciĂłn previa!** ——————————————————————————————— 💛 Vous pouvez contribuer Ă  notre mission Ă©ducative et culturelle en faisant un don ici : [https://club-international.org/don-club-international-de-paris/](https://club-international.org/don-club-international-de-paris/) Chaque don donne droit Ă  un reçu fiscal permettant de dĂ©duire 60 % de son montant de vos impĂŽts. ——————————————————————————————— **đŸ—ș Vous pouvez aussi nous rejoindre sur nos mĂ©dias sociaux culturels :** **- [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/clubinternationaldeparis/)** **- [Page Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100058796061461)** **- [Groupe Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/groups/2232689231)** L'Ă©quipe du Club International de Paris đŸ€—
Imagerie du cƓur
Imagerie du cƓur
Bonjour Ă  vous, Un appel Ă  qui tu es au delĂ  de ton mental
pour entrer dans l espace sacrĂ© du cƓur. Nous vivons des mĂ©ditations profondes, une expansion de conscience, une respiration sacrĂ©e, une gĂ©omĂ©trie divine et des activations venant du cƓur. Une rencontre pour ouvrir notre champs Ă©nergĂ©tique, Ă©lever la frĂ©quence electro-magnetique du cƓur et nous reconnecter Ă  notre essence spirituelle. En prĂ©sentiel: 10 rue de l Ă©chiquier Paris 10Ăšme mĂ©tro bonne nouvelle En Zoom: en interactive (m Ă©crire pour recevoir lien de connections) Participation aux frais 10€ Me faire signe Ingrid Teacher certifiĂ©e TheanscestralSchoolOfTheHeart (anglophone)
Practical Philosophy Meetup - Paris đŸ‡«đŸ‡·
Practical Philosophy Meetup - Paris đŸ‡«đŸ‡·
Bonjour Ă  tous.tes ! Je m'appelle Emma, je suis l'organisatrice Practical Philosophy Paris :) Practical Philosophy est un mouvement nĂ© au Mexique et qui est prĂ©sent partout dans le monde aujourd'hui. J'ai dĂ©couvert Practical Philosophy au Canada et j'ai tellement aimĂ© que j'ai dĂ©cidĂ© de l'importer Ă  Paris (il y a aussi une branche Ă  Lyon si vous n'ĂȘtes pas de la rĂ©gion). **đŸ›ïž C’EST QUOI, LA PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY ?** Practical philosophy, c’est un rendez-vous hebdomadaire oĂč des esprits curieux se retrouvent pour creuser un sujet, affĂ»ter leur façon de s’exprimer et tisser des liens. Pas besoin d’ĂȘtre un pro de la philo pour participer, tout le monde est le bienvenu ! 😎 L’idĂ©e, c’est que la philosophie, ce n’est pas juste pour les profs d’universitĂ©. Chaque semaine, on choisit un thĂšme et on en discute pour aiguiser notre esprit critique et nos talents de communicants. C'est aussi une maniĂšre d'apprendre Ă  mieux se connaĂźtre soi-mĂȘme, en affirmant et argmumentant ce qu'on pense rĂ©ellement. Bref, on bosse sur trois piliers : **PensĂ©e Critique**, **Communication** et **CommunautĂ©** 🙌. **📓 COMMENT ÇA MARCHE ?** Chaque semaine, on se focalise sur un sujet qu’on dĂ©cortique ensemble. Le thĂšme est annoncĂ©, souvent via le [groupe WhatsApp ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/G3By4PVqhqdKuQbMTs1rwo?mode=gi_t) quelques pistes pour lancer les Ă©changes. Les thĂšmes sont trĂšs variĂ©s et toutes les suggestions sont prises en compte (la beautĂ©, la richesse, la loyautĂ©...) Quand on est plus de 7 ou 8, on se divise en petits groupes pour garder une ambiance fluide et Ă©viter que ça ressemble Ă  une confĂ©rence. **DĂ©roulĂ© type d’une soirĂ©e** Voici comment se passe une rencontre : ***19h00-19h15 **: On arrive, on papote, on fait connaissance dans une ambiance dĂ©tendue. ** *19h15-19h25 **: Petit topo pour prĂ©senter Practical philosophie le sujet du jour, les rĂšgles et le timing. *** 19h25-20h45 **: On se rĂ©partit en petits groupes, on se prĂ©sente, on partage nos premiĂšres idĂ©es sur le sujet, puis on passe Ă  une discussion libre. Des questions “d’amorce” sont lĂ  pour guider si besoin, mais rien d’obligatoire. ** *21h00-21h30 **: Tout le monde se regroupe pour faire le point. Chaque groupe partage un rĂ©sumĂ© rapide (1 minute) de ses conclusions. On termine par un mot de l’organisateur et une photo de groupe. *** AprĂšs 21h00 **: La partie officielle est finie, mais c’est le moment parfait pour prolonger les discussions autour d’un verre ou d’un cafĂ©, histoire de renforcer les liens. **🧧 COMBIEN ÇA COÛTE ?** C’est** GRATUIT **! Si on se retrouve dans un cafĂ©, on vous demande juste de prendre une conso. **💛 CE QUE LES GENS EN PENSENT** 🗣 *“Le Club de Philosophie, c’est un endroit oĂč on construit ses propres idĂ©es Ă  travers diffĂ©rents points de vue, sans qu’on nous dise ce qui est bien ou mal.”* – Ekam 🗣 *“J’ai accrochĂ© dĂšs le premier jour (le sujet Ă©tait l’autoritĂ©) et j’ai tout de suite senti que c’était ma place. C’est un espace oĂč on apprend, on dĂ©couvre de nouvelles perspectives, on booste sa pensĂ©e critique et on crĂ©e du lien avec des gens qui challengent nos idĂ©es tout en encourageant l’ouverture d’esprit.”* – Daniel **đŸ€“ FAQ** ** *Faut-il prĂ©parer ou lire quelque chose avant ?** Aucune prĂ©paration nĂ©cessaire ! On ne rĂ©vise pas les grands philosophes, on veut savoir ce que** vous **pensez. Si vous avez une idĂ©e inspirĂ©e d’une religion ou d’une Ă©cole de pensĂ©e, partagez-la, on en discutera.** *** Y a-t-il une philosophie spĂ©cifique au centre des discussions ? Non, pas de dogme ici ! On veut entendre toutes les idĂ©es, sans se limiter Ă  une Ă©cole particuliĂšre, pour muscler notre pensĂ©e critique. ** *C’est surtout des mecs qui viennent ?** Pas du tout ! Contrairement Ă  l’image de la philo dans un salon sombre, nos rencontres sont Ă©quilibrĂ©es et sans ambiance lugubre ! *** Je peux venir seul(e) ?** Oui, on encourage mĂȘme ça ! :) ** *Et si je suis en retard ?** On prĂ©fĂ©rerait que vous soyez Ă  l’heure ! On a 15 minutes de battement au dĂ©but si besoin. *** OĂč se passent les rencontres ?** Le lieu est annoncĂ© sur Meetup et dans notre [groupe Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B9NsoXm9saML5irDXtZeBE) Envoyez moi un message pour rejoindre le groupe 😊 Pour dĂ©couvrir les autres villes oĂč le Club existe, checkez notre [site web](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/). **LE CLUB DE PHILOSOPHIE PRATIQUE – LA PHILO POUR TOUS ! ✹** On organise des rencontres hebdomadaires en prĂ©sentiel dans plus de 25 pays, comme le Canada, l’Espagne, le Japon, le Mexique et bien d’autres ! đŸ—ș **\*\*\*** **Rejoignez notre [groupe Whatsapp Paris](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B9NsoXm9saML5irDXtZeBE) 👈** **Suivez-nous sur [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) 👈** **Visitez notre [site web](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/) 👈** **✹ IF YOU ARE AN ENGLISH SPEAKER YOU ARE VERY WELCOME. PLEASE DON'T HESISTATE TO MESSAGE EMMA TO GET THE TRANSLATION AND MORE INFO ✹**

Writing Events This Week

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Atelier : L'esprit clownesque dans vos textes
Atelier : L'esprit clownesque dans vos textes
Venez explorer les paradoxes du clown pour libĂ©rer votre style : "*Pour trouver la libertĂ©, tu chercheras la contrainte*." InspirĂ© par les cĂ©lĂšbres "**Dix Commandements du Clown**", cet atelier d’écriture s'adresse Ă  tous, habituĂ© de la plume ou un parfait dĂ©butant. En adoptant la posture du clown — dĂ©tendu, vif et Ă©lĂ©gant — vous apprendrez Ă  aller jusqu'au bout de vos idĂ©es , sans jamais douter de votre lĂ©gitimitĂ©, mĂȘme dans l'incertitude la plus totale. Rejoignez-nous pour une expĂ©rience oĂč le rire et la profondeur se rencontrent au bout du stylo ! LimitĂ© Ă  6 participants. \*\* ESSAI GRATUIT \*\* sur demande Ă  anes.sensibles@free.fr
Ready-Set-Write!  Paris Saturday morning - BohÚme Café Coworking
Ready-Set-Write! Paris Saturday morning - BohÚme Café Coworking
## Details Hello writers, we are happy to meet you in our new permanent home: Bohùme Coworking, located at 21 rue Sedaine in the 11th arrondissement. When you arrive, just tell the friendly folks at La Boheme reception that you are with the writing group. They will give you a little wooden knick-knack with the wifi codes and a number that they use to determine the cost based on time spent (it's 3,80 € per hour, paid at the end). ***Now, about Ready-Set-Write! ..*.** Ready Set Write! is a regular meeting of motivated writers who grab a beverage, then shut up and write. ***What it is:*** An opportunity for writers to get together and do short, intense bursts of writing. We write for 45-ish minutes, take a 15 minute break, rinse & repeat. ***What it is NOT:*** neither a forum for critiquing each other's work, nor shameless self-promoting your projects or groups. You pay for the time you spend, and have access to coffee, tea, and wifi. **AND FINALLY ...** * Register in advance, and only if you will join us in-person. * Update your RSVP if you cannot make it. * Please be respectful and considerate with our writing colleagues. ***Stay tuned for location updates!***
Ready-Set-Write Lazy Sunday edition (IN-PERSON):   11:00 Start Time
Ready-Set-Write Lazy Sunday edition (IN-PERSON): 11:00 Start Time
Hello writers, we are happy to meet you in our new permanent home: Bohùme Coworking, located at 21 rue Sedaine in the 11th arrondissement. When you arrive, just tell the friendly folks at La Boheme reception that you are with the writing group. They will give you a little wooden knick-knack with the wifi codes and a number that they use to determine the cost based on time spent (it's 3,80 € per hour, paid at the end). ***Now, about Ready-Set-Write! ..*.** Ready Set Write! is a regular meeting of motivated writers who grab a beverage, then shut up and write. ***What it is:*** An opportunity for writers to get together and do short, intense bursts of writing. We write for 45-ish minutes, take a 15 minute break, rinse & repeat. ***What it is NOT:*** neither a forum for critiquing each other's work, nor shameless self-promoting your projects or groups. You pay for the time you spend, and have access to coffee, tea, and wifi. **AND FINALLY ...** * Register in advance, and only if you will join us in-person. * Update your RSVP if you cannot make it. * Please be respectful and considerate with our writing colleagues. ***Stay tuned for location updates!*** [Events in Paris, FR](https://www.meetup.com/find/fr--paris/)
Lyric writing exercises
Lyric writing exercises
Lyric writing weekly group practice. A few object writing rounds to start, get our reps in — a favorite from the canon, Write Better Lyrics by P. Pattinson.* Followed by other exercises. I adapt the program depending on who shows up. *Object writing : a noun picked through a random word generator, a 10 min timer to delve into our sensory imagination and free-flow with this prompt. We then take turn sharing.
PLU Open Mic
PLU Open Mic
Paris Lit Up open mic (PLU) Every Thursday in English (other languages too – when in Rome, speak French) at the historic home of French Slam poetry, Culture Rapide (103 Rue Julien Lacroix, 75020). If you would like to read, dance, sing or otherwise express yourself, sign up is open and free to all, starting at 20.00-ish. We go until we drop or run out of performers! In any language. Or no language at all. No limits, just respect. Plus, each week featured performers from around the world are invited to strut their stuff before our rowdy but respectful audience. For this week's special guest, see: www.facebook.com/ParisLitUp Not in Paris? Join us online at "PLU Live on Zoom"! Every Wednesday from 9pm CET. Just like an open mic, but we chat a bit too. Always the same link, hosts rotate: http://tiny.cc/PLUopenmic
Atelier d’écriture du dimanche
Atelier d’écriture du dimanche
Un Ă©vĂ©nement pour se retrouver entre femmes parisiennes qui Ă©crivent ✍
Faisons connaissance autour d’un thĂ© ou cafĂ© et Ă©crivons chacune de notre cĂŽtĂ©, toutes ensemble ! ☀ Au programme : 💬 Un petit tour de table ✍ Un atelier d’écriture guidĂ©e ☕ Un temps d’échange et de partage (si tu en as envie) À prĂ©voir : đŸ—’ïž / đŸ’» : carnet et stylo ou ordi (chargĂ©) selon tes prĂ©fĂ©rences!
Mastery by Robert Greene
Mastery by Robert Greene
đŸŒŒ Somewhere in a park in Paris, we’ll sit down together and spend a bit of time with the first three chapters of ***Mastery* by Robert Greene**, a book about how people find their direction, often slowly and imperfectly, and grow into it over time. Let's enjoy the rhythm of spring, and take some time to exchange perspectives in a relaxed, open-minded atmosphere. It’s as much about the conversation as it is about the book, getting to know how others think, what resonates with them, and where views differ. ***Mastery*** is known for its clear, engaging writing and its mix of philosophy, psychology, and real-life stories. Greene looks at how people find their path, often in uncertain or unexpected ways, and how they develop their craft over time. For this gathering, we’ll stay with the first three chapters (and leave the rest for a second round). * **Discover Your Calling** * **Submit to Reality** * **See People as They Are** Each of these opens up space for reflection, not just on the book, but on our own experiences. The conversation can move naturally between what Greene writes and what it brings up for each of us: moments we’ve gone through, things we’re questioning, or perspectives that don’t quite match. It’ll be relaxed. Sitting in the grass, or on a bench, maybe with a coffee or something to share. No rigid structure, no pressure to speak if you don’t feel like it. Just a group of people taking the time to think and talk, together. đŸŒŒ Goodreads reference: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13589182-mastery

Writing Events Near You

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Shut Up & Write!Âź East Side Columbus
Shut Up & Write!Âź East Side Columbus
Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, February 11 at Streetlight Guild. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.
IN-PERSON: Dinner at Blue Ginger
IN-PERSON: Dinner at Blue Ginger
IN-PERSON: Dinner at Blue Ginger
IN-PERSON: Dinner at Blue Ginger
Shut Up & Write!ℱ Easton Town Center
Shut Up & Write!ℱ Easton Town Center
We'll meet at The Capital One CafĂ©, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! ‱ What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! ‱ What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The CafĂ© on Saturday!
Shut Up & Write! Kingsdale Shopping Center
Shut Up & Write! Kingsdale Shopping Center
Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington. The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo. Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine. We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you. The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly. Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome. The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit. Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times. Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have. Happy writing!
Drunken Philosophy: What’s up with all the AI hate?
Drunken Philosophy: What’s up with all the AI hate?
**Welcome to Drunken Philosophy** a casual, curious social discussion **Optional topic for this meetup: What's up with all the AI hate?** A recent survey found that 74% of Americans have a negative view of AI, and I want to know why. Come out and debate whether AI is good or bad. My hot take: a labor-saving tool that could potentially help cure cancer gets called dangerous because it might raise unemployment or cause a speculative investment bubble, that tells you a lot more about capitalism and the economic system we live under than it does about the tool itself. As a computer programmer, I think AI is a wonderful tool that has increased my productivity by at least an order of magnitude. I'd go so far as to say Claude Code is the best tool I have ever used. Debate me and name a better one. Is AI potentially dangerous? Yes, but so are a lot of tools. Chainsaws. Steam engines (early ones would occasionally explode and kill everyone in the room). Do you think cavemen sat around debating whether fire could be used as a weapon or for self-harm, and decided not to discover it? I have two friends who hate AI for opposite reasons: one thinks it's a fad and not useful, and the other thinks it's going to take over everything and cause human extinction. Come out tonight, have a friendly debate, and make some friends. No lectures. Friendly crowd. Drop in for one drink and stay if it's fun.